"David is still thinking over things but it wouldn't be fair to speculate of what will or won't happen," he said. "I've told Jeremy Peace that he will be the first to know as soon as a decision has been made. We expect that decision by the end of this week."

The Baggies hope to finalise John Hartson's move next week and remain hopeful of enticing Jason Roberts back to the Hawthorns, even though they may struggle against Premiership clubs in the race for his signature.